Professionals
The Local Authority, and therefore all professionals, have a responsibility to identify and support young carers and to help them access an assessment of their needs.
If you are a professional working with children and families, including within Health, Education or Social Care, we can offer support and training, free of charge:
- Input at meetings explaining how to identify and support young carers
- Staff training to be able to identify young carers and learn what support there is for them.
- School Assemblies
- Workshops for young people
- Representation at networks and awareness raising events
- Speakers at events
- INSET sessions
- Young Carers Champions programme
For more information or for advice regarding young carers please contact the team on:
01773 833 833
Email: youngcarers@derbyshirecarers.co.uk
We also have a resources portal for professionals that you can sign up to and download resources to access it click here.
Derbyshire Carers Association is now a member of the Fair Education Alliance (FEA).
The FEA is a major UK coalition of around 300 organisations working together to end educational inequality. Their vision is to ensure that no child’s success is limited by their background.
By becoming a member of the FEA, Derbyshire Carers Association will be able to make sure the voices and experiences of Young Carers are heard and that Young Carers are supported across education policy and practice.
We will be able to join national networks and working groups, becoming part of strong national voice.
We are delighted to be part of the alliance and look forward to contributing to the collective aims.
To find out more: https://www.faireducation.org.uk/
